RUTLAND—Governor Kim Reynolds, Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig and Representative Mike Thompson visited West River Meats in Rutland last week, where Governor Reynolds signed HF 185.
ALGONA—Mayor Rick Murphy signed a proclamation at the Algona Senior Center proclaiming May 2023 to be Older Americans Month on May 12 during the Algona Area Chamber of Commerce Coffee that morning.
The proclamation stated, among other things, that the Algona Senior Center includes a growing number of older Americans who contribute their time, wisdom and experience to our community.
WEST BEND—West Bend Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Daughters of America will host longtime human safety advocate Sister Shirley Fineran as she presents an educational seminar about human trafficking on Thursday June 8 in the parish hall at 6 p.m. Free-will offerings will be accepted to defray Sister's travel expenses, help to continue her work and that of Lila Mae's shelter in Sioux City.
FORT DODGE—On Monday May 1, the Webster County Recorder’s Office assisted a resident with questions about a confusing letter they received, which was quickly identified as a scam and reported to local law enforcement. The letter claimed to be from “County Deed Records” with false information about the recipient’s home warranty expiration date.
After high school graduation, your student will face many new experiences beyond academics and social situations. At ISL Education Lending, we know that preparation for the next step helps students increase their chances of graduation, finding a job and successfully repaying any student loans.
Iowa Workforce Development is making millions of dollars available to train and retain employees in the state. It’s one way officials are attempting to address Iowa’s workforce shortage.
The glass in the front windows at the Fenton Public Library was recently replaced. According to Lori Peterson, library director, the old windows were marred and clouded from leaking gas between the panes and disintegrated seals. The windows were no longer energy efficient and were starting to develop drafts.
Elsie Preston gave her presentation on Leonardo DaVinci as she loves art classes.
Fifth graders at North Union Elementary School under the guidance of their teacher, Mrs. Michelle Bierstedt, presented a wax museum event in the Fenton gym on Wednesday, May 17.
The information included on this page has been obtained from public records — either court files, police and sheriff logs or accident reports. The Kossuth County Advance staff reminds readers that all charges are accusations, and the defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.
DES MOINES—The Governor’s Traffic Safety Bureau is urging Iowans to buckle up during the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) Click It or Ticket high-visibility enforcement effort. The national seat belt campaign, which coincides with the Memorial Day holiday, is May 22 to June 4, 2023.
Thirty-six graduates were awarded diplomas during the 2023 Bishop Garrigan High School commencement exercises on Sunday, May 14. Family and friends packed the Friedmann Auditorium at the high school for the afternoon ceremony.
The senior class motto was: “Take pride in how far we have come. Have faith in how far we will go.”
Photo at left: Connor Davis receives his diploma from Father Matthew Solyntjes.
